Senior Water Resources Engineer

Senior Water Resources Engineer - Puget Sound Region

DEA's Water Resources team in the Puget Sound region is hiring for a Senior Water Resources Engineer to work on a variety of assignments related to habitat restoration, fish passage, floodplain analysis, and stormwater management. This position will support projects throughout the Puget Sound Region, with flexibility for hybrid or office-based work in locations such as Bellevue, Seattle, Tacoma, or Everett.

Career development trajectories for this role include task management, project management, and staff supervision. In-house and vendor-supplied training are available to support both technical and managerial skill development.

Position Responsibilities:

• Work in a highly flexible, team-oriented environment and contribute to the growth of our Water Resources Practice.
• Plan and design a wide range of water resources systems and facilities, including hydraulic analyses for stream crossings and evaluations for fish passage and scour.
• Lead the evaluation and design of stormwater and surface water management systems.
• Serve as a task lead and engineer of record, collaborating with a team of support professionals including drafters, EITs, GIS technicians, and technical editors.
• Actively manage task-specific scope, schedule, and budget. (Project management experience is a plus.)
• Apply knowledge of local, state, and federal stormwater management and waterway design standards.
• Mentor and coach entry-level staff.
• Interface with clients and public agencies as needed.
• Support business development efforts (e.g., engagement in professional organizations, proposal preparation, participation in interviews, and visibility efforts).

Basic Qualifications:

• Licensed Professional Engineer (PE)
• 10+ years of experience applying hydrologic and hydraulic modeling tools
• Experience leading project teams in data collection, report writing, and preparation of plans, specifications, and cost estimates for river, estuary, and shoreline restoration projects

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with aquatic resource permits, transportation infrastructure, and construction support services
• Project management and business development experience is beneficial
• Masters Degree with a focus on hydrology and hydraulics, or related field

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, and Life Insurance
• Health Savings and Lifestyle Spending Account with employer contribution
• Support for continuing education and training opportunities
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday Pay
• 401(k)
• Flexible 9/80 (every other Friday off) work schedule
• Holistic Wellbeing Program focused on physical, emotional, financial, career, and community health
• Opportunities for growth with support and mentoring to help meet your professional goals
• Competitive salary range: $130,000 +